E‑Mobility Purchasing Team Lead

Schaeffler; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler is seeking a Team Leader for Business Unit Purchasing in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This role involves leading a team to meet customer requests, manage costs, and launch projects. The successful candidate will ensure supplier selection and alignment with purchasing strategies, drive cost-saving initiatives, and handle the budgeting process.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in purchasing or supply chain management. Strong leadership and negotiation skills are essential for this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years professional experience in purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Ability to interface with cross-functional teams and all levels of personnel.
• 1+ years of managerial experience – preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead E-Mobility Business Unit Purchasing Group to achieve cost structure.
• Manage E-Mobility project launches with Purchasing.
• Drive RFQs and follow up for on-time delivery.

Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Problem-solving

People Development

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, purchasing, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schaeffler is seeking a Team Leader for Business Unit Purchasing in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This role involves leading a team to meet customer requests, manage costs, and launch projects. The successful candidate will ensure supplier selection and alignment with purchasing strategies, drive cost-saving initiatives, and handle the budgeting process.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in purchasing or supply chain management. Strong leadership and negotiation skills are essential for this exciting opportunity.